The fifth in a series of nine documentary films about the Bolton Area Health Authority.
A Consultant's Problems
Bolton's Orthopaedic Consultant is deeply concerned. His problem is cross-infection because of bacteria in operating theatres and wards.
Grappling with the problem, the Health Authority has authorised an infection-free operating theatre. But building contaminates the other two theatres, and surgeons refuse to operate until a temporary theatre is put in. But who will make room for it? Different departments are approached. All refuse. Meanwhile another baby is admitted with an infected hip ...
Film editor PETER SYMES
Producer TIM KING